Effects and Consequences of Nano Fertilizer Application on Plant Growth and Developments: A Review
Razauddin
Department of Horticulture, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (A Central University), Lucknow 226025, India.
Jigyasa Ninama
Department of Agronomy, Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, Prayagraj, U.P., India.
Kushal Sachan
Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, C. S. Azad University of Agriculture and Techonolgy, Kanpur, U.P. -208002, India.
Sulochna
Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Agronomy, Agriculture College Garhwa, Birsa Agricultural University, Ranchi, Jharkhand 834006, India.
Babita Yadav
Botany Department, Nehru College Chhibramau Kannauj, India.
Satya Narayan Satapathy
Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Siksha 'O' Anusandhan Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Jogendra Kumar
RMP (PG) College, Gurukul Narsan, India.
Bal Veer Singh *
Department of Agronomy, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Nano fertilizers have emerged as a cutting-edge innovation in agricultural practices, poised to redefine nutrient delivery and management at the plant-soil interface. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the effects and consequences of nano fertilizer application on plant wellness. The inherent properties of nanoparticles allow for enhanced nutrient absorption, precise delivery, and increased bioavailability, potentially revolutionizing traditional fertilization methods. The results, as evidenced by multiple studies, indicate significant improvements in growth parameters, seed production, and overall plant health. Moreover, plants treated with nano fertilizers have shown heightened resistance to both biotic and abiotic stresses. However, while the benefits are promising, concerns arise regarding the ecological persistence of nanoparticles, potential bio-magnification, and implications for human health. A comparative analysis with conventional fertilizers revealed nano fertilizers' superior efficiency, but also brought forth economic considerations and environmental footprints. The current regulatory landscape is dynamic, with policies adapting to the rapid advancements of nanotechnology in agriculture. As research continues to bridge existing gaps, technological advancements are concurrently shaping the future prospects of nano fertilizer application. This review underscores the need for a balanced understanding of the potential and challenges, emphasizing collaborative efforts to harness nano fertilizers' full potential while ensuring ecological and human health safety.
Keywords: Nanogrowth, nanonutrients, nanoagriculture, nanoplants, nanosoil